Corsairs

Loyle "Show Stopper" Crawford

Loyle Crawford, the nephew of Madison Avenue veteran Bryce Crawford, entered the elite of Empire State society at a young age. The Crawfords – one of the wealthier families in New York City – were early success stories in the publishing and advertising markets. Loyle eventually attended Yale and upon graduation spent a year involved in the family business. In his late 20s signed up for a tour of duty with the Empire State’s militia. Because of his family’s prominence, Crawford was accepted directly into the Broadway Bombers, the best pilots the Empire State could field. Loyle proved to be a natural pilot, and despite the occasional dressing-down from flight instructors for violating the occasional safety rule, Loyle eventually became a valued addition to the Bombers’ flight roster. Loyle’s performance earned him the nickname “Show Stopper” (for his combat style – fast, ruthless, efficient, and effective).